Holy Joe

I entirely agree with the comments dated 29 March 1999, both from USA, about "Holy Joe". I watched just today, by chance, this TV-movie, which has been superficially translated in Italian as "L'uomo dei miracoli" (i.e."The Miracles' Man"!). It quickly captured my disechanted attention and - scene by scene - I discovered a work of great delicacy and intimate signification. With regards, Riccardo

I am the guy that wrote the picture. The director, Larry Peerce, directed "Goodbye Columbus." I don't think that I can really give an objective view of this movie. I love everything I write. It took us four years to get the networks to agree to do this. In Hollywood, anything with a positive spin on religion is automatically suspect. CBS seems to be the only network that is willing to do things like this.

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Good movie to watch. Very realistic portrayal of the common man, family, people. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for some inspiration and reflection in addressing realistic common everyday problems.

The movie is addressed to all who experience pain and suffering and that by praying to God for help sometimes we get the "push" to live and lead our lives according to God's plan. Although the movie speaks of the Christian religion its message is universal: lead your life to help others. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Love your children, your neighbor, your family. That seems the common thread. From a cinematic perspective, the fact the audience "sees" the miracle it provides the empathy for the hero of the movie.

I liked it. A little hokey but it went pretty fast. Liked the interaction with the kids. John Ritter was ok. I am glad I watched it.

Here's a lesson to the writer: Themes that are handled clumsily or are too on-the-nose can come across as preachy or insincere. Subtlety and nuance in exploring themes can make for a more impactful and thought-provoking movie.

Characters that lack depth or uniqueness can be forgettable and fail to resonate with the audience. Good writing involves creating well-rounded characters with distinct personalities and motivations.

In summary, what makes a bad movie writer is not just a lack of technical skill, but also a failure to engage the audience with a coherent, original, and emotionally resonant story. It's about striking the right balance between all the elements that make a movie memorable and satisfying.